Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls
A fairy tale podcast for kids about real life extraordinary women from all over the world. Based on the bestselling series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls, each episode explores the lives of women from the books, encouraging young listeners to ask questions and explore their interests.
Episodes
May 1, 2025 • 8 mins
Lauren Markham always wanted to be a writer. It was a way for her to organize her thoughts and share them with others. Now, she writes about climate change and immigration! Listen to hear how those two topics have more in common than you think.
This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This story was produced and directed by Haley Dapkus with sound design and m...
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April 29, 2025 • 18 mins
Almost overnight, nine-year-old Nalleli Cobo started getting headaches, nosebleeds, and body spasms. When she and her mom connected the dots to an oil well 30 feet from their home, Nalleli fought for the survival of her family, her neighborhood and her city of Los Angeles.
This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This episode was narrated by Lauren Markham. I...
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April 25, 2025 • 6 mins
Get to Know actor Kyriana Kratter, who plays KB in Star Wars: Skeleton Crew. She shares her journey from theater to TV, behind-the-scenes set stories, plus advice for aspiring actors!
This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This episode was produced by Ashlee Harrison, and was directed by Haley Dapkus. Our executive producers are Joy Smith and Anjelika Temple. ...
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April 24, 2025 • 31 mins
Lie back as we float past the mangroves and through the wetlands of the great Florida Everglades. Perhaps we'll see some of the hundreds of animal species that live here. Keep an eye out for alligators, chorus frogs, and panthers!
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April 22, 2025 • 31 mins
Meet Marjory Stoneman Douglas, a woman who fought tirelessly, year after year, to preserve a land that she loved. Marjory’s story shows that even the smallest of us can make a difference.
This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This story was produced by Giuliana Mayo with sound design and mixing by Brian Skipworth. It was written by Emily McMahon-Wattez. Fac...
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April 17, 2025 • 11 mins
Get to know inventor, businesswoman, and philanthropist, Sara Blakely! Sara brought us the story of Melinda French Gates. Sara talks to us about being a good leader, helping others creatively, and inventing something that is all your own!
This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This interview was produced by Haley Dapkus with sound design and mixing by John Mar...
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April 15, 2025 • 19 mins
Melinda French Gates is an advocate for women and girls around the world. As co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and founder of Pivotal Ventures, Melinda works to dismantle systemic barriers that leave people behind.
This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This story was produced by Haley Dapkus with sound design and mixing by Mumble Media. It was w...
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April 10, 2025 • 9 mins
Meet science communicator Danni Washington, who brought us the story of environmental activist Xiye Bastida. Danni shares her love of the sea and how she began her science career. And tells the story of meeting Xiye in person at a climate march.
This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This episode was produced by Isaac Kaplan-Woolner, with sound design and mix...
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April 9, 2025 • 16 mins
We’re excited to share an episode of Who Smarted? — a top-rated, educational podcast for curious kids and families! Each fun-filled, 15-minute episode explores Science and History topics kids love (Favorite Foods, Animals, Outer Space, The Human Body, The Ocean) through humor, storytelling, and sound-rich adventures.
In this episode, Accidental Inventions, you’ll find out how everyday favorites like potato chips and popsicles wer...
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April 8, 2025 • 19 mins
In March 2019, Xiye Bastida led hundreds of her classmates in New York City in the first-ever global youth strike for climate justice. Since then, Bastida has become a leading voice in the youth climate justice movement in the United States and beyond, energizing and empowering youth to speak out to save the planet. Drawing on her Indigenous heritage as part of the Otomi-Toltec Peoples from Mexico, today, Bastida continues to advoc...
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April 3, 2025 • 31 mins
This soundscape is inspired by Wangari Maathai. At night, the sounds of the jungle come to life. The wind rustling through the trees, the nearby stream bubbling, the crickets chirping, all combine, making a sweet song that lulls you to rest.
This soundscape was produced by Katie Sprenger with sound design and mixing by Craig Billmeier. A big thanks to the whole Rebel Girls team who makes this podcast possible! Until next time, Sta...
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April 1, 2025 • 24 mins
When the sun sets over her village, Wangari and her family gather around the fire to cook their dinner and tell stories. Hear the tale that inspired Wangari to start a tree-planting movement. Then drift off to the peaceful sounds of the forest.
This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This story was produced by Katie Sprenger with sound design and mixing by Mum...
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March 27, 2025 • 6 mins
Get to know actress and activist Freida Pinto! Freida is known for acclaimed films such as ‘Slumdog Millionaire,' 'Trishna,’ 'Rise of the Planet of the Apes,' 'Desert Dancer,' and ‘Knight of Cups.' She has been involved with Girl Rising, a global campaign for girls' education and empowerment, for 4 years. In this interview she explains where her commitment to activism comes from.
This episode is originally aired in October of 202...
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March 26, 2025 • 9 mins
Melinda French Gates is a businesswoman, philanthropist, and advocate for women and girls around the world. Actress and Activist Malia Baker talks with philanthropist Melinda French Gates about empowering women, embracing change, and learning to trust oneself. Listen to see how small acts can create big ripples of positive change!
This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Reb...
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March 25, 2025 • 21 mins
Noor Inayat Khan was a princess who became a spy. Actress and activist, Freida Pinto, tells the story of how Noor joined the British intelligence in World War II and was the first female wireless operator sent to France.
This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It's based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. Our Executive Producers are Jes Wolfe and Katie Sprenger. This season was produced by John Marshall Ch...
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March 20, 2025 • 7 mins
Catarina Rivera has always lived with hearing and vision disabilities. Now she shares her adventures to show that disabled people can travel and have fun! She read us the story of Helen Keller, who never let her own disabilities stop her dreams!
This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This interview was produced and directed by Haley Dapkus with sound design an...
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March 18, 2025 • 19 mins
Blind and deaf from a young age, people often underestimated Helen Keller and her potential. Still, she conquered incredible obstacles to spread her message of love and inclusion, becoming an author, educator, and humanitarian.
This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This episode was narrated by Catarina Rivera. It was produced and directed by Haley Dapkus, wit...
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March 13, 2025 • 8 mins
Emily Tisch Sussman is the creator and host of the award-winning podcast She Pivots, mother of three, and co-owner of the professional women's soccer team, Gotham FC. Listen to hear what makes Emily's soccer team so special!
This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This interview was produced and directed by Haley Dapkus with sound design and mixing by John Ma...
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March 11, 2025 • 20 mins
Yael Averbuch always had two goals: play soccer for the UNC Tar Heels, and join the US Women’s National Soccer team. But when her body started breaking down, she had to decide: continue her fight to be the best or give her body what it needs?
This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This episode was narrated by Emily Tisch Sussman. It was produced and directed ...
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March 6, 2025 • 31 mins
Visit our relaxing bird sanctuary to meet birds from all over the world. From the meadow to the aviary, the rainforest to the pond, our birds are thriving. Listen to their happy songs and let your heart soar with them.
This soundscape was produced by Haley Dapkus with sound design and mixing by Craig Billmeier. A big thanks to the whole Rebel Girls team who makes this podcast possible! Until next time, stay rebel!
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